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A Guide to Men's Health Fifty and Forward A Guide to Men's Health Fifty and Forward, this Special Health Report offers steps and strategies to lessen — or prevent — threats to your well-being and longevity. It provides a wide-ranging, clear-eyed look at the leading causes of death for men at midlife and beyond. It examines those factors that put you at risk for a variety of problems and explains the important measures you can take to reduce those risks. Click here to read more » | | Get your copy of
Strength and Power Training Studies attest that strength training, as well as aerobic exercise, can help you manage and sometimes prevent conditions as varied as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, and osteoporosis. It can also protect vitality, make everyday tasks more manageable, and help you maintain a healthy weight. This report answers your strength training questions and helps you develop a program that's right for you. Click here to read more » | | | | Here is the monthly recap of news from Harvard Health Publications. Featured Blog Posts Fish oil: friend or foe?
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HEALTHbeat Issues Simple math equals easy weight loss
The pleasure of eating a candy bar lasts but a few minutes. Burning off the calories it delivers can take nearly three-quarters of an hour. To lose one pound by exercising, you need to burn approximately 3,500 calories. Read more » How medications can affect your balance
All drugs carry side effects, and can interact with other medications. For many medications, one or more side effects affect balance. And that can increase your chances of taking a fall. Read more » Do glucosamine and chondroitin really help arthritis pain?
Some people swear that over-the-counter dietary supplements called glucosamine and chondroitin ease arthritis pain, reduce stiffness, and protect joints from further damage. Others say they don't help. Read more » 3 simple steps toward weight loss
Don't rush. Setting small, realistic goals will get the scale moving in the right direction. Start by trying to lose 5% to 10% of your weight, and give yourself plenty of time and some flexibility to reach that goal. Read more » Find the weight-loss plan that works for you
You've tried different diets — and have even been exercising regularly — but those extra pounds won't budge. Don't give up. It may be that you haven't yet found the weight-loss strategies that work for you. Read more » Better sleep, naturally
If you regularly can't get to sleep — or stay asleep — and it's affecting you during the day, then you may have insomnia. Simple lifestyle changes can help you establish a sleep routine to promote restful nights. Read more » 8 tips for buying shoes that are good to your feet
Buying the right shoes is an investment in foot health. But how do you find ones that fit properly and provide adequate support? When you're ready to replace some of that uncomfortable footwear here are some tips that can help. Read more » Finding relief from calluses and corns
Although they aren't necessarily welcome, calluses and corns develop to protect the foot from further damage. The cause is often poorly fitting shoes, but how you walk (your gait) or the bone structure of your feet may make you more prone to these foot issues. Read more » What you should know about magnesium
Most older adults in the United States don't get the proper amount of magnesium in their diets. To maintain a healthy magnesium level, it's best to get the mineral from food, especially high-fiber foods including dark, green leafy vegetables, unrefined grains, and beans. Read more » 5 ways to use less salt
Sodium chloride (salt) is essential to the body. The sodium in salt helps transmit nerve impulses and contract muscle fibers. Working with potassium, it balances fluid levels in in the body. Read more » 7 ways to keep stress — and blood pressure — down
When it comes to preventing and treating high blood pressure, one often overlooked strategy is managing stress. If you often find yourself tense and on edge, try these seven strategies to reduce stress. Read more » News from Harvard Health How to break the sugar habit
Many Americans eat too much sugar, which contributes to obesity, heart disease, and an increased risk for premature death. Read more » Nutrition in a bottle: sometimes more hype than help
Supplemental nutrition drinks are helpful for people who struggle with a loss of appetite, have difficulty chewing, or need to fill nutritional gaps in their diet. They provide a healthy balance of protein, carbohydrate, and fat. Read more » Blueberries, strawberries protect the heart
Eat a half cup of blueberries or strawberries three times each week. It's nutritious, and it may very well lower heart attack risk. Read more » A checklist for heart attack prevention
For men with heart disease, steps that prevent heart attacks include taking needed medications, staying physically active, engaging in a cardiac rehabilitation program, getting a flu shot, drinking alcohol in moderation, maintaining a healthy weight. Read more » | 
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